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Monday, November 18, 2019

Seattle Schools Community Forum: Timeline for Decisions on HCC Dismantle

Seattle Schools Community Forum: Timeline for Decisions on HCC Dismantle

Timeline for Decisions on HCC Dismantle

Update:

Here's wording from a parent group coalescing  around the topic of revision of HCC.

We need to continue to make our case, and press the Directors directly on our points. In our letter, we asked for two things:


that the Directors decouple the discussion of the HCC program and the Technology Access Foundation, to be considered separately on their own merits; 

and: "..to review the fiscal and organizational risks of a[n HC] plan and receive public input before making changes, in order for the District to continue to meet its obligation to these students and families receiving HC services."
Please attend a meeting, and reiterate our request, tell your story, and advocate as a parent and as a constituent. Our goal is to create understanding with each board member, and our respectful dialogue will help reach them.

end of update 

A parent group put together a timeline and ways to talk to Board members about changes to the HCC program.  I urge everyone with an opinion - pro or con - to let the Board and the Superintendent know what you think.
I see that the timeline for this issue will roll into 2020.  I'd find it hard to believe that the district could enact a new plan - with all the needs for said plan like professional development/resources - in time for 2020-2021 but I think that's the plan.

The district’s next proposal to provide HC services in a “blended” model will go CONTINUE READING: 
Seattle Schools Community Forum: Timeline for Decisions on HCC Dismantle